Raghu Vishweswaraiah | Dairy Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Raghu Vishweswaraiah | Dairy Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

ICAR-National Dairy research Institute | India

Dr. Raghu Hirikyathanahalli Vishweswaraiah is a distinguished scientist at the ICAR–National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, specializing in Food Safety and Quality Assurance with notable expertise in biosensor technology and antimicrobial resistance studies. He holds a doctoral degree in Dairy Microbiology and has contributed significantly to developing innovative biosensing methods for the rapid detection of foodborne pathogens, antibiotic residues, and contaminants in dairy products. His academic record includes over 45 documents, more than 900 citations, and an h-index of 17, reflecting his impactful research contributions. With extensive experience in research, teaching, and scientific leadership, Dr. Raghu has been instrumental in formulating dairy biosurveillance systems and strengthening analytical frameworks for food safety in India. His research interests encompass food microbiology, biopolymer-based sensors, enzymatic assays, and quality control technologies. Recognized for his excellence, he has received multiple institutional and national-level awards for research innovation and scientific contribution. Through his ongoing studies, patents, and publications in reputed journals, Dr. Raghu continues to advance the field of dairy microbiology and biosensor applications, ensuring safer and higher-quality food systems for public health and sustainability.

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Featured Publications

Dasriya, V. L., Samtiya, M., Ranveer, S., Dhillon, H. S., Devi, N., Sharma, V., et al. (2024). Modulation of gut‐microbiota through probiotics and dietary interventions to improve host health. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 104(11), 6359–6375. Cited by: 58

Dasriya, V., Joshi, R., Ranveer, S., Dhundale, V., Kumar, N., et al. (2021). Rapid detection of pesticide in milk, cereal and cereal-based food and fruit juices using paper strip-based sensor. Scientific Reports, 11, 18855. Cited by: 40

Das, S., Kumar, N., Vishweswaraiah, R. H., Haldar, L., Gaare, M., Singh, V. K., et al. (2014). Microbial based assay for specific detection of β-lactam group of antibiotics in milk. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 51(6), 1161–1166. Cited by: 38

Tehri, N., Kumar, N., Raghu, H. V., & Vashishth, A. (2018). Biomarkers of bacterial spore germination. Annals of Microbiology, 68(9), 513–523. Cited by: 37

Naresh Kumar, S. R. R. K. M., & Vishweswaraiah, H. (2012). Spore germination based assay for monitoring antibiotic residues in milk at dairy farm. World Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology, 28(7), 2559–2566. Cited by: 33

Ms. Ritu Ranjan | Engineering | Best Research Award

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Ms. Ritu Ranjan | Engineering | Best Research Award

IIT ISM DHANBAD | India

Ms Ritu Ranjan is a dedicated electrical engineering researcher whose academic journey spans advanced degrees from premier Indian institutions, culminating in a PhD in control systems and sensor interfacing at IIT(ISM) Dhanbad. Her work centers on control techniques for bipedal robotic systems, specifically modeling and robust controller design, and extends into efficient analog and direct-digital interfacing schemes for magneto-resistance-based angle sensors. With several journal articles including contributions to Integration: the VLSI Journal, Measurement and Optical and Quantum Electronics, and multiple IEEE-indexed conference publications, she has developed expertise in sensor linearization, systematic error quantification, and optical biosensor modeling. Her research interest spans control theory, sensor hardware design, direct-digital interfacing, and FDTD-based photonic modeling. Though early in her career, she has begun accumulating citations and publications; her current h-index is modest, reflecting her growing scholarly impact. Awards and recognitions include funding and acceptance of her thesis work and top conference presentations. She brings strong experience in MATLAB, LTSpice, LaTeX, LabVIEW, embedded C, and hardware prototyping using Arduino/ESP32. Motivated by innovation in robotics and sensor systems, she seeks to contribute reliably to impactful research and engineering. Ritu’s trajectory indicates a promising future in sensor-control integration and robotic instrumentation.

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Featured Publication

Shekhar, A., Ranjan, R., & Mandal, S. (2024). Model of double optical ring resonator configuration as a biosensor using FDTD numerical method. Optical and Quantum Electronics, 57(1), 35.

Ranjan, R., & Meena, G. D. (2022). PID and backstepping controller on a 2-link biped robot. In 2022 2nd International Conference on Emerging Frontiers in Electrical and Electronic Technologies (ICEFEET) (pp. xx–xx). IEEE.

Ranjan, R., & Meena, G. D. (2022). Trajectory tracking of 3-link biped leg robot using PD controller and robust variable structure controller. In 2022 IEEE 19th India Council International Conference (INDICON) (pp. 1–6). IEEE.

Ranjan, R., & Mandal, S. (2025). Quantification methodologies of three systematic errors of sinusoidal encoders employing two magnitude-to-time-to-digital converter in static and dynamic conditions. Measurement, 253, 117361. Elsevier.

Ranjan, R., Shekhar, A., & Mandal, S. (2025). Development of a tunneling magneto-resistance sensor based orientation detection system for robotic manipulator. In 2025 6th International Conference on Recent Advances in Information Technology (RAIT) (pp. xx–xx). IEEE.

SACHIN SINGH | Optical Sensor | Young Researcher Award

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Dr. SACHIN SINGH | Optical Sensor | Young Researcher Award

Shri Ramswaroop Memorial University, Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, India

Author Profile

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🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Sachin Singh demonstrated academic excellence early on, completing his PhD in Physics (2023) from M.M.M. University of Technology, Gorakhpur. He graduated with First Division in both M.Sc. (Physics, 2014) and B.Sc. (PCM, 2012) from M.J.P.R University, Bareilly. Prior foundational education in science was also with First Division marks, reflecting a consistent record of academic dedication.

🏢 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Shri Ramswaroop Memorial University, Barabanki since January 2025, Dr. Singh brings his expertise in Optical Sensors and Solar Cells to the Faculty of Physical Sciences. He has prior teaching experience as a Guest Faculty at Dr. R. M. L Avadh University, Ayodhya (2023-2025), contributing to higher education in Physics with a focus on applied and theoretical research.

📚 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON OPTICAL SENSORS

Dr. Singh’s research centers on the development of advanced optical sensor technologies, especially Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) sensors based on 2D nanomaterials and heterostructures. His PhD work on heterostructure 2D nanomaterial-based SPR sensors reflects pioneering efforts in sensitivity enhancement and biosensing applications. He has explored hybrid nanostructures involving materials like Blue Phosphorus, MoS2, BaTiO3, MXene, and various metals (Au, Ag, Al, Nickel), improving sensor performance for medical and environmental applications. His work bridges theoretical simulation and experimental validation using advanced software tools like MATLAB, COMSOL, and experimental techniques including UV-Visible Spectrophotometry.

🏅 Accolades and Recognition

Awards:

Best Paper Presentation Award at ICVMWT Conference 2021.

Best Research Award in Sensor Technology 2023.

Qualified prestigious exams like CSIR-NET (AIR-32) and GATE (AIR-923) in 2017, highlighting early promise and competence.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Dr. Singh has a significant impact on the field of optical sensing technologies, as evidenced by his Google Scholar citations (685) and h-index (15), marking his research as both prolific and influential. His contributions extend globally via peer-reviewed publications in top SCI journals such as Optik, Plasmonics, Micromachines, and Journal of Optics. He is also an active reviewer for leading journals published by Elsevier and Springer, shaping the future research landscape.

🧭 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Singh is positioned to advance the field of optical sensing and solar cell technology through innovative heterostructure nanomaterials. His ongoing research promises to enhance the sensitivity, selectivity, and applicability of SPR sensors in biomedical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and energy harvesting. With strong interdisciplinary collaborations and mentorship roles, his legacy is evolving towards creating practical, high-performance sensor technologies impacting science and industry.

✅CONCLUSION

Dr. Sachin Singh is a dedicated physicist and educator making meaningful strides in the development of next-generation optical sensors and solar cells. His early academic brilliance, combined with robust research contributions and growing professional recognition, underscores a bright and impactful career ahead. His work significantly contributes to advancing sensor technology through 2D nanomaterials and heterostructures, placing him at the forefront of applied physics research with real-world applications.

 🔬NOTABLE PUBLICATION:

Title: Enhanced sensitivity of photodetectors with ZnSe as electron transport layer and Cz-Pyr as hole transport layer
Authors: V. Srivastava, R.K. Chauhan, A. Pandey, R. Kumar, S.D. Singh
Journal: Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids
Year: 2025

Title: Numerical study of surface plasmon resonance sensor for early-stage pregnancy detection by urine samples
Authors: V. Sharma, L.K. Dwivedi, S.D. Singh, G. Mishra
Journal: Journal of Optics (India)
Year: 2025

Title: Exploration of Diverse Techniques for Design and Optimization of QCA-Based Multiplexer Circuits
Authors: A. Tripathi, G. Mishra, S.K. Srivastava, S.D. Singh, V. Dubey
Type: Conference Paper
Year: (Not specified, assumed recent, likely 2025)